What is the best way to travel from Windermere to Edinburgh?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Edinburgh from Windermere. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Windermere?
You can get to Edinburgh with just $27 by taking a Train from Northern, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Northern2h 25m09:55 AMWindermereCentral Station12:20 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Windermere (United Kingdom) at 2/18/2026 9:55:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/18/2026 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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Northern2h 32m011:47 AMWindermereCentral Station2:19 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Windermere (United Kingdom) at 2/18/2026 11:47:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/18/2026 2:19:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Northern3h 11m01:07 PMWindermereCentral Station4:18 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Windermere (United Kingdom) at 2/18/2026 1:07:00 PM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/18/2026 4:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 11m
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Northern2h 45m08:52 AMWindermereCentral Station11:37 AMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Windermere (United Kingdom) at 2/18/2026 8:52:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/18/2026 11:37:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
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Northern2h 35m010:57 AMWindermereCentral Station1:32 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Windermere (United Kingdom) at 2/18/2026 10:57:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/18/2026 1:32:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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What are the fastest trips from Windermere to Edinburgh?
You can get to Edinburgh from Windermere in just 2h 25m with a Train from Northern. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Northern2h 25m09:55 AMWindermereCentral Station12:20 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Windermere (United Kingdom) at 2/18/2026 9:55:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/18/2026 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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Northern2h 32m011:47 AMWindermereCentral Station2:19 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Windermere (United Kingdom) at 2/18/2026 11:47:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/18/2026 2:19:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 32m
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Northern2h 35m010:57 AMWindermereCentral Station1:32 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Windermere (United Kingdom) at 2/18/2026 10:57:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/18/2026 1:32:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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Northern2h 45m08:52 AMWindermereCentral Station11:37 AMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Windermere (United Kingdom) at 2/18/2026 8:52:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/18/2026 11:37:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
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Northern3h 11m01:07 PMWindermereCentral Station4:18 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Windermere (United Kingdom) at 2/18/2026 1:07:00 PM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 2/18/2026 4:18:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 11m
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Bus from Windermere to Edinburgh
What are the most popular stations in Windermere and Edinburgh?
In Windermere, you will usually depart from South Kenton Train Station, Bowness Pier or Central Station, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at Princes Street, Haymarket Bus Stop or Waverley Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Windermere? With 5 connections between 1 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Windermere and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as $27 with a Train from Northern.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Northern: you will get to Edinburgh in just 2h 25m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Windermere and Edinburgh are Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Windermere and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ambleside or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Barrow/Walney Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Windermere to Edinburgh?
The most popular companies between Windermere and Edinburgh, are Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Northern
All you need to know when you travel from Windermere to Edinburgh
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Windermere to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Windermere to Edinburgh
How can I reach Edinburgh from Windermere?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Windermere.
How far is Edinburgh from Windermere?
The distance between Windermere and Edinburgh is 109.3 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Windermere and Edinburgh?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 30 kgs, and a flight 43 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Windermere to Edinburgh?
You can get to Edinburgh with just $27 by taking a Train from Northern.
What is the fastest way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 2h 25m with a Train from Northern.
More routes to Windermere and to Edinburgh
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